Pipe Welder

Pipe Welder Welding

Pascagoula, Mississippi Contract Jun 15, 2026

NSC Staffing is seeking Tig Welders with 2-5 years of experience for an exciting project in Pascagoula, Mississippi. This is an excellent opportunity to join a skilled team working on the repair and modernization of marine vessels, including those of the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, and commercial ships. If you are a certified welder ready for your next challenge, apply today!

Position Overview: We seek a detail-oriented, outgoing, dependable Marine Tig Welder for an established Marine and Industrial Repair Company. Qualified applicants will be assessed on their skill level and scheduled for an interview at our office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read a tape measure
• Layout Material
• Fit-Up Material
• Rigging
• Read a blueprint/drawing/tech manual
• Comprehensive Torch and Weld Work
• Radius Gage
• Hand Power Tools
• Shop Tools/Equipment

Required Education and Experience:

• Must have verifiable Tig experience.
• Ability to comprehend and utilize blueprints, sketches, drawings, and technical manuals to weld metals
• Must have a strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and be able to multitask
• Understand the Work Process to measure, cut, and weld metal (of multiple material types) to the required specifications
• Ability to weld metal using various requirements and procedures such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with ongoing deadlines
• Must be able to work independently
• Understanding of the Ship repair industry
• Must be DBIDS and TWIC credential-eligible
• The pipe welding test is given in a restricted position (6 G) on a 5'' schedule 80 carbon steel pipe. GTAW (TIG) process is used for root pass, and 11018 electrodes are used for the weld fill portion and cap.

Working Conditions:

• Open-air conditions such as noise, hot and cold, and in an office-controlled environment.
• May have to visit projects aboard ships, rigs on and offshore, and confined spaces. Wear hearing, eye, and head protection and proper PPE when required.
• Visits may require standing on various surfaces at differing angles, bending over, crouching, and climbing obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge and boat structural members.

Benefits of Joining NSC Staffing:

• Competitive pay or Salary Range:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit or Global Cash Card option
• Long-term job opportunities
• Referral bonuses for qualified candidates
• OSHA training and certification

NSC Staffing is committed to being a trusted provider of innovative staffing solutions across the Marine, Energy, Commercial, and Industrial sectors. We foster long-term relationships by exceeding client expectations and enhancing the lives of our employees. Additionally, NSC prioritizes community service and responsible stewardship of customer resources.